Italy-Meloni-Trump photo claim sparks diplomatic row
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has publicly refuted Donald Trump's claim that she 'begged' him for a photo at the G7 summit, calling the accusation 'astonishing' and 'made up.' The incident has escalated into a diplomatic rift, prompting Italy's top diplomat to cancel a planned trip to the US. Multiple international outlets have covered Meloni's sharp rebuttal and the ensuing tensions between the two allies.
Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire following renewed fighting along the Lebanon border, according to US and regional officials. The agreement comes amid heightened tensions that threatened to further destabilize the US-Iran framework. While details remain limited, the ceasefire is seen as a critical step toward de-escalation in the region.
A preliminary agreement between the US and Iran is drawing intense scrutiny, with analysts examining its potential to reconnect Iran to the global economy. Critics warn the framework may be overly favorable to Tehran, while supporters argue it ends a costly conflict. Canadian political leader Mark Carney has also weighed in, praising the deal after previously calling the war 'worth it.'
President Trump has signed a preliminary agreement with Iran, with the full text now publicly available. The deal is drawing comparisons to the Obama-era nuclear accord, which Trump previously criticized. China has urged concrete implementation, while Trump's domestic approval ratings hit record lows amid ongoing debate over the agreement's merits and shortcomings.